Call for Proposals – 2026 Quantum Voucher Model
The Swiss Quantum Initiative (SQI) is launching a second call for proposals to award vouchers. These vouchers can be used for the use of existing infrastructures, platforms and services in the field of quantum technology and innovation in Switzerland.
The call runs from June 1 to August 12, 2026. The holder of a voucher and the host of the infrastructure, platform or service to be used agree bilaterally on the type, scope and time of use. The costs for this up to CHF 50,000 may be covered by the SQI as part of this call.
Projects funded in the 2024 Voucher Model Call (from December, 2024 onward) are welcome to apply again. In such cases, please clearly outline the added value that a new voucher would bring to your project.
Applications for vouchers should cover at least one of the following areas:
- quantum communication,
- quantum computation,
- quantum simulation,
- quantum sensing and
- quantum metrology.
Proposals in connection with the following related fields are also welcome:
- materials for quantum devices,
- control hardware,
- systems engineering,
- quantum theory and
- computer sciences.
The vouchers are intended for the funding of projects with a mid-range Technology Readiness Level (TRL). They are not intended to promote basic scientific research or commercial product developments.
By TRL, the SQI refers to the following scale:
- TRL 1: Basic principles observed
- TRL 2: Technology concept formulated
- TRL 3: Experimental proof of concept
- TRL 4: Technology validated in lab
- TRL 5: Technology validated in relevant environment (industrially relevant environment in the case of key enabling technologies)
- TRL 6: Technology demonstrated in relevant environment (industrially relevant environment in the case of key enabling technologies)
- TRL 7: System prototype demonstration in operational environment
- TRL 8: System complete and qualified
- TRL 9: Actual system proven in operational environment
A person can apply for up to two vouchers with a maximum value of CHF 50,000 each. Applications must be submitted electronically via the portal provided for this purpose by midnight on August 12th, 2026 at the latest.
The legal basis is described in the call paper and in the SQI funding regulations.
Applications are possible from June 1, 2026 via this tool.
A webinar providing detailed information on the call and the application process will be held after the call opens. More information will follow.
